Büsum attracts large numbers of visitors every year but only a few people know that until 400 years ago the town was on an island in the middle of the Wadden Sea. It was only towards the end of the 16th century that Büsum became joined with the mainland through a natural process of land reclamation. The grassy beach with its traditional wicker beach chairs and quiet areas is only a few metres from the idyllic harbour. The red and white striped lighthouse is the most famous landmark of this North Sea health resort.Harbour Museum
Büsum has the only Harbour Museum on the whole the North Sea coast of Schleswig-Holstein. Harbour basin no.1 is the oldest part of Büsum harbour and has remained almost unchanged, resembling the original harbour from the year 1720.Lighthouse
Büsum has the only lighthouse in the Dithmarschen area. It was constructed in 1913 and is now under a preservation order. The red and white tower can be seen from miles away and is one of the most photographed attractions in the harbour.Fishermen's Church
The Fishermen's Church of St. Clemence dates back to the 15th century. It is famous for the beautiful, bronze 13th century font which was stolen from Pellworm island by the pirate Cord Widderich. The Marcussen organ is the focus of the annual Büsum Summer of Music festival.